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Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School

Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Prep is a co-educational independent day pre-prep school for boys and girls aged 3 to 7 in Mill Hill, north London.

Day fees
£18,063 – £24,012
Entry
School Exam + InterviewSelective
Next deadline
Mon 12 Oct 2026Scholarship deadline
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance

Key facts

Head
David Benson
Head of Grimsdell
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
900
Location
Mill Hill, Barnet
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
3 to 7
Religious ethos
CofE/Christian
Founded
1807
Entry points
4+, 7+, 11+, 13+, 14+, 16+
ISI inspection
Inspected 2020
Nearest station
Mill Hill East
Scholarships
Academic, Drama, Art +2
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GCSE 9–7
28%
2024

Our take

Independent co-ed school in Barnet for ages 3–7, day or boarding. Selective entry, CofE/Christian ethos, top-tier London fees.

Best for
  • Children aged 3–7.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
  • Families who value a CofE/Christian ethos in school life.
  • Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
Watch-outs
  • Fees sit at the top of the London market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
  • Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
  • The CofE/Christian ethos shapes assemblies, holidays and pastoral life. Comfortable for committed families; worth thinking about for those of other or no faith.
  • SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
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Application timeline

  1. TBC
    Open dayTo be confirmed
    Throughout the year during term time
    Midweek Tours
  2. Oct16
    Offers
    Offers Released

Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, interview, acceptance deadline.

Open events

AssessmentThis week
Mill Hill School
Stage 1 Assessment
Offer DayNext week
Offers Released

Private tours by arrangement with admissions.

Fees

£18,063 – £24,012per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
By entry point · 2026-27
13+£25,689
Nursery£32,025
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Bursaries & Scholarships

Activities & co-curricular

sport

AthleticsBadmintonBasketballCricketCross CountryEton FivesFit for LifeFootballGirls FootballGolfHockeyHorse RidingNetballRugby
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Rugby 7sSwimmingTable TennisTennisTriathlonUltimate FrisbeeVolleyballYoga

music

Choirs (various)Jazz BandMusic (various)Orchestra

academic club

Astronomy ClubChessDebatingDesign Technology ClubHistory SocietyPhilosophy Club

service

CCF – Army, Navy and the RAFCommunity ActionSports Leaders

other

ArtFem SocMartlet Award for Fourth Form pupils

Facilities

boarding

120-acre spacious campusFour historic Boarding Houses

Latest exam results

Outcomes

Recent exam results and ISI inspection show the school as outstanding with deep subject knowledge, thorough UCAS preparation, and growing co-curricular success.

28%
GCSE 9–7

Data from 2024 results

Where leavers go

2024
Oxbridge2
Russell Group6
US Ivy3
Medicine2
Top universities (2024)
Oxford (Lady Margaret Hall College)1
Cambridge (Churchill College)1
St. George’s (Medicine)1
Imperial College (Medicine and Chemistry)2
University of California3
Edinburgh (History)1
Leeds (Politics and History)1
RADA and Guildhall School of Music (Arts Institutions)2

Qualifications offered

GCSEA Level
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Inspection

ISI inspection, 21 Jan 2020

Standards met
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Term dates 2026/27

Autumn3 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring5 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer14 Apr 2027 → 30 Jun 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027

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Questions parents ask

What kind of child is Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School best for?+

Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School suits: Children aged 3–7; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered; Families who value a CofE/Christian ethos in school life; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.

How much are the fees at Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School?+

Day fees at Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School are £6,021 to £8,004 a term in 2026-27 (£18,063 to £24,012 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.

When is the next open day at Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School?+

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How does admissions work?+

Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.

Does Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School support SEND?+

We don't hold SEND details for Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.

What ages does Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School take?+

Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School takes pupils from age 3 to 7.

Is Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School a day or boarding school?+

Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School is a day school.

Is Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School co-educational or single-sex?+

Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.

Where is Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School?+

Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School is in Barnet, NW7 1QS.

How do I contact admissions at Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School?+

Contact Grimsdell, Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School by email at office@grimsdell.org.uk or phone on Not recorded.

Updated 14 May 2026. Sources: school website, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, Sunday Times Parent Power and Wikipedia.

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